2009 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 43 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Tata | Honda |
| Model | Indica | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 42 L |
